intermittent
/ˌɪntərˈmɪtənt/
in · ter · mit · tent
ˌɪn · tər · ˈmɪt · ənt
English Definition
adj. Sporadic and irregular; periodic
Significado en Español
intermitente
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
gián đoạn, không liên tục
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
inter- (interval) + mit (send) + ent→ Intermittent.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the synonym for the word “intermittent”:
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A
Continuous
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B
Periodic
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C
Permanent
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D
Steady
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B — Periodic.
“intermittent” means adj. Sporadic and irregular; periodic
Common questions about “intermittent”
What does “intermittent” mean?
intermittent — adj. Sporadic and irregular; periodic. In Chinese: 间歇的，断断续续的.
How do you pronounce “intermittent”?
intermittent is pronounced /ˌɪntərˈmɪtənt/. It breaks into 4 syllables: in · ter · mit · tent.
Is “intermittent” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. intermittent appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “intermittent”?
inter- (interval) + mit (send) + ent→ Intermittent.
